Thief steals car with child inside in Oak Park
Oak Park police found the car abandoned with the 3-year-old side a short time later.
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Car stolen with 3-year-old inside in Oak Park, found 15 minutes later
The child was safely returned to their parent, police said. No one is custody and the investigation is ongoing.
Hateful, anti-Semitic graffiti found inside bathroom at Oak Park and River Forest High School
Racial slurs and symbols were found inside the boys' bathroom at Oak Park and River Forest High School Friday morning.
Oak Park and River Forest student charged with trying to bring loaded handgun to school
Keyon Robinson, 18, is charged with two counts of aggravated unlawful use of a weapon.
OPRF student arrested with gun; another student tipped off police
Oftentimes, we report on school shootings and the warning signs after the fact, and after tragedy and horror have already occurred. But this is a much different story out of Oak Park and River Forest High School. CBS 2's Jermont Terry reports.
Oak Park and River Forest student brings gun to school after making threat, but never gets inside
Oftentimes, we report on school shootings and the warning signs after the fact, and after tragedy and horror have already occurred. But this is a much different story.
2 dead, 20 wounded in weekend shootings across Chicago; 3 victims above the age of 75
At least two people were killed and 20 others were wounded in weekend shootings across Chicago so far this weekend.
Veteran Fenwick High School teacher and coach placed on leave after misconduct allegations
John Quinn has been placed on administrative leave pending a third-party investigation.
Stunning allegations issued against veteran Fenwick High School teacher
Disturbing allegations have surfaced against an esteemed teacher at Fenwick High School in Oak Park – who is also the brother of former Illinois Gov. Pat Quinn. CBS 2's Charlie De Mar reports.
Oak Park Restaurant, Gym Hope Lifting Of Mask Mandate Will Mean Return Of Business
The COVID-19 mask mandate has been lifted in Illinois – and the Village of Oak Park is going ahead with unmasking in accordance with state guidelines.
No Shoveling, Salting Needed As Heated Sidewalks In Oak Park Melts Snow Upon Contact
We all know how dangerous Chicago sidewalks can be after a snowstorm. Now, there's a push to get the city to plow the sidewalks, taking the task away from businesses and homeowners.
Oak Park Condo Owners Say Repair Work Has Gone Nowhere After More Than A Year And A Half, Despite Hefty Fees To Contractor
Some condo owners in Oak Park knew a repair project would take some time – but after nearly two years, they say they have absolutely nothing.
Oak Park Celebrates Native Betty White's Legacy
West suburban Oak Park said "thank you for being a friend" to native daughter Betty White.
Oak Park Celebrates Hometown Hero Betty White's 100th Birthday
Oak Park celebrated the life of native daughter Betty White on Saturday, a day before what would've been the late icon's 100th birthday. Festivities began with a brief ceremony and musical performance outside of the Lake Theater.
Village Of Oak Park Celebrating Native Betty White On Jan. 15
The late Betty White's hometown of Oak Park is celebrating what would have been the icon's 100th birthday this month.
On Top Of Longstanding Problems, Some Chicago Area Residents Say Mail Delivery Has Gotten Worse In 2022
We heard about a lot of postal problems in 2021, and the New Year is bringing a new crop of trouble.
Vaccine Mandate Takes Effect In Evanston And Oak Park On Monday
Oak Park and Evanston will enforce a vaccination mandate starting Monday.
Oak Park To Celebrate Betty White Day To Honor Legacy Of Late TV Star; 'We Need To Celebrate Betty'
America's Golden Girl died just a few weeks shy of her 100th birthday, but Betty White's hometown of Oak Park is keeping their big centennial birthday bash as a tribute to the life she lived.
Mom Carjacked While Waiting To Pick Up Child From School In Oak Park
A mother got carjacked Wednesday afternoon while waiting to pick up her child from school in Oak Park.
Betty White, Beloved Actress And Oak Park Native, Dies At 99
White once said her character Sue Ann Nivens in "The Mary Tyler Moore Show" could be "icky-sweet" but was "really a piranha type." That role brought her two Emmys.
Who Would Do Such A Thing? Video Shows Santa Getting Pelted With Eggs On Oak Park Street Corner
Video shows a Santa getting pelted with eggs in Oak Park – and some people are asking, who in the world would do something like attack Jolly old St. Nick?
'They Want To Keep Me Around': After Devastating Fire, Area Businesses Host Fundraiser For Oak Park Salon
"We are all a family here. It just broke my heart to see this."
Extra-Alarm Fire Destroys Restaurant And Nail Salon In Oak Park
The fire started around 9:30 a.m. at at Delia's Kitchen, at 1034 Lake St., eventually spreading to a neighboring nail salon.
Co-Owner Of Barnard Schwinn Bike Shop Determined To Fulfill Orders After Shop Damaged In Oak Park
It's hard to believe one out of control driver could do all this damage in Oak Park. He's alive and charged with drunk driving, but this historic bike shop might be gone for good.
Driver Charged With DUI After Crashing Into Barnard's Schwinn Bike Store In Oak Park
An SUV hit a bike shop in Oak Park overnight and caused the building to collapse.
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Two men charged in mass shooting that left 2 dead, 7 wounded on Near North Side
Jaylun Sanders is charged with murder, attempted murder, and aggravated unlawful use of a weapon. Kameron Abram also faces a weapon charge.
Woman shot, critically wounded on Dan Ryan Expressway; local outbound lanes closed near 47th Street
Illinois State Police said the shooting happened at about 8:10 p.m. in the southbound local lanes near 47th Street.
Firefighters respond to extra-alarm blaze at vacant Pheasant Run Resort in St. Charles
Firefighters have spent hours battling the massive fire.
Businesses worry about rising crime downtown after latest violent outburst at Millennium Park
"It really does suck to be down here and hear about all this going on, because it draws people away," said Lily Stein, manager of Beat Kitchen on the Riverwalk.
Man found shot, killed at apartment complex entrance in Gresham
A man is found shot and killed at an apartment complex in the Gresham neighborhood early Sunday morning.
2 men shot while standing outside in Lawndale neighborhood
Two men are wounded after being shot in the Lawndale neighborhood early Sunday morning.
2 people injured in rollover crash in River North
Two people are injured after a crash caused a vehicle to roll over in River North just after midnight.
1 suspect in custody, another remains loose after robbery on CTA Red Line train
One of the two offenders is in custody following a robbery on the CTA Red Line train overnight.
Chicago First Alert Weather: Another cool day with sunshine
We end the weekend with another cool day with lows in the 60s.
Chicago Teachers Union elects Stacy Davis Gates as new president
The union's incumbent vice president, Gates won 56 percent of the vote in what was one of the most hotly contested union elections in years.
16 wounded in weekend shootings across Chicago
At least 16 people are wounded in shootings over the weekend.
Varsho's double scores 3 in 10th in Diamondbacks' 7-6 win vs Cubs
Chicago has lost four straight after winning six of eight before Arizona came to town.
Walmart security guard injured in struggle with shoplifters in Olympia Fields
One gunshot was fired during the incident, but the guard was not shot.
Chance The Snapper, Chicago's favorite gator, buffed up and ready for beach season in Florida
Chicago's favorite reptile is growing up.
U.S. Sen. Tammy Duckworth speaks at Harper College graduation
Duckworth applauded the graduates for making it through their studies during a period of upheaval and uncertainty.
Three wounded in South Shore shooting
Three people were wounded Saturday afternoon in a shooting in the South Shore neighborhood.
Cardinal Blase Cupich ordains two new priests at Holy Name Cathedral ceremony
Cardinal Blase Cupich helped welcome two new priests to the Archdiocese of Chicago on Saturday.
Off-duty sheriff's deputy shoots man who fired shots in Millennium Park, fled onto party boat
The deputy was working a side job as a security officer at the time of the incident, according to a sheriff's office spokesperson.
Chicago First Alert Weather: Showers ending tonight, partly cloudy tomorrow
Partly cloudy skies are expected for a couple days
Donaldson, Anderson spar again as Yankees beat White Sox 7-5
On a steamy afternoon that saw yet another dustup between Josh Donaldson and the White Sox, DJ LeMahieu hit an early grand slam and the New York Yankees beat Chicago 7-5 in a contentious contest Saturday.
Loved ones to hold vigil for 3 women who died of heat inside apartments in Rogers Park
Loved ones will remember the lives of three women who died in an assisted living facility during extreme heat.
2 killed, 7 injured in mass shooting downtown; suspect in custody
Police confirmed a suspect is in custody and a weapon was recovered from the scene.
Mom of teen wounded in downtown mass shooting heard the gunfire; "he got shot nine times"
"My baby could've died in my hands. I just told him, 'Just stay up. Just talk to mommy.' Me and the officer said, 'Just keep saying your birthday.' He's been up ever since," Kimberly Saunders said.
Suspected gunman in downtown mass shooting was wanted on warrant for previous gun charges
Charges are pending against the 21-year-old suspect Friday night.
Street closures for Sunday's Life Time Chicago Spring Half Marathon
Runners are getting ready to hit the pavement for Sunday's Life Time Chicago Spring Half Marathon.
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Two men charged in mass shooting that left 2 dead, 7 wounded on Near North Side
Jaylun Sanders is charged with murder, attempted murder, and aggravated unlawful use of a weapon. Kameron Abram also faces a weapon charge.
Woman shot, critically wounded on Dan Ryan Expressway; local outbound lanes closed near 47th Street
Illinois State Police said the shooting happened at about 8:10 p.m. in the southbound local lanes near 47th Street.
Firefighters respond to extra-alarm blaze at vacant Pheasant Run Resort in St. Charles
Firefighters have spent hours battling the massive fire.
Businesses worry about rising crime downtown after latest violent outburst at Millennium Park
"It really does suck to be down here and hear about all this going on, because it draws people away," said Lily Stein, manager of Beat Kitchen on the Riverwalk.
Man found shot, killed at apartment complex entrance in Gresham
A man is found shot and killed at an apartment complex in the Gresham neighborhood early Sunday morning.
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Mass shooting on Near North Side was part of a growing trend in Chicago
The troubling reality is mass shootings like this are skyrocketing in Chicago compared to the rest of the country.
Eleventh contempt of court order issued against DCFS Director Marc Smith
An 11-year-old abused girl, considered a risk to herself and others, has spent two months in what's considered a shelter and has been waiting months longer for a secure residential treatment center placement.
Park Ridge man says failures by Post Office cost him opportunity to run for state Senate as write-in
Michael Walters thought he did everything right.
CBS 2 Chicago wins four regional Edward R. Murrow Awards
CBS 2 Chicago won four regional Edward R. Murrow awards, the most of any station.
Red Cross looking for volunteers to install smoke detectors
This week alone, the Red Cross has helped 132 victims in Chicago and the suburbs after house fires.
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City Council Public Safety Committee backs Mayor Lightfoot's new citywide curfew for teens
The City Council Public Safety Committee voted 14-3 on Friday to approve the one hour rollback of the curfew hours on weekends, as well as to expand the city's curfew to include 17-year-olds.
First vote on Chicago casino plan delayed, amid ongoing questions from aldermen
"We feel very confident that we have the votes to make sure that this gets over the hurdle," Mayor Lightfoot said.
Pennsylvania, North Carolina, Kentucky, Idaho and Oregon primary results
CBS News projects Chuck Edwards will win the GOP nomination in North Carolina's 11th Congressional District, defeating incumbent Rep. Madison Cawthorn.
Aldermen back more than $16M in settlements for two more lawsuits against Chicago police
One of the lawsuits involves one of four men wrongfully convicted for a 1992 double murder. That case has now cost Chicago taxpayers more than $43 million in verdicts and settlements.
Biden to invoke Defense Production Act to address baby formula shortage
Suppliers will be required to give resources to infant formula plants before sending to other customers.
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Demand rises for donated breast milk amid baby formula shortage
With parents struggling to navigate the baby formula shortage, breast milk donation banks are seeing a sharp increase in demand — but also a jump in donations.
Baby formula shortage still leaves families desperate, especially those restricted by federal WIC program rules
Walk into the baby formula aisle at just about any drug or grocery store around the country, and you will still see rows of empty shelves.
Abbott to resume production of baby formula at Sturgis, Michigan plant after recall
Abbott Nutrition said after its plant in Sturgis, Michigan gets back in operation, product could be back on shelves in six to eight weeks, subject to approval by the Food and Drug Administration.
Chicago gas prices hit new record, at more than $5 per gallon
According to AAA, the average price of a gallon of regular unleaded gasoline is $5.12 as of Tuesday morning.
Parents desperate, searching for options amid persistent nationwide baby formula shortage
Parents are struggling to keep up with the nationwide shortage of baby formula – with several retailers now limiting how much you can buy. So what do you do if you can't find any?
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FDA clears COVID-19 booster shot for healthy kids ages 5 to 11
There is one more hurdle: The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention must decide whether to formally recommend the booster for this age group.
Abbott baby formula plant could reopen in two weeks
Sturgis plant will reopen soon as nationwide out-of-stock levels of baby formula rise above 40%.
COVID-19 reaches 'high' community risk level in Evanston
The Evanston Department of Health and Human Service reported 397 new COVID-19 cases over the last seven days – up from 305 the prior week.
Advocate Aurora Health merging with Charlotte-based Atrium Health
Advocate Aurora Health will be merging with Atrium Health.
CPS launches 'Please Stay' campaign to promote mental health and prevent teen suicides
Chicago Public Schools has become the first school district in the nation to launch a new anti-suicide campaign created by Lady Gaga's Born This Way foundation.
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City Council committee to vote on Chicago casino plan, which has some neighbors thinking of selling condos and leaving
There is still a push from nearby residents to stop the billon-dollar Bally's project that is planned for the Chicago Tribune Freedom Center site in River West.
Crime and chaos downtown and beyond are keeping tourists away from Chicago
Such events as the chaos downtown that led to a deadly shooting right in the middle of Millennium Park have led people to cancel trips, meetings, and events in Chicago because they don't feel safe.
Carvana tower in Skokie put on hold after Illinois suspends dealer's state license
The village of Skokie is telling Carvana it cannot build a proposed 14-story car vending tower, just three months after the project won approval from village trustees.
FTX cryptocurrency exchange opens new headquarters in Chicago
Mayor Lori Lightfoot helped cut the ribbon Tuesday morning to open the official U.S. headquarters of FTX, a Bahamas-based cryptocurrency exchange.
Bally's unveils further plans for Chicago casino; some aldermen say it's being pushed through too fast
The city did not conduct a new safety study to determine how crime would be impacted by a casino - in hopes of getting the casino up and generating revenue quickly.
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Varsho's double scores 3 in 10th in Diamondbacks' 7-6 win vs Cubs
Chicago has lost four straight after winning six of eight before Arizona came to town.
Donaldson, Anderson spar again as Yankees beat White Sox 7-5
On a steamy afternoon that saw yet another dustup between Josh Donaldson and the White Sox, DJ LeMahieu hit an early grand slam and the New York Yankees beat Chicago 7-5 in a contentious contest Saturday.
Illinois' Kofi Cockburn works out at NBA Draft Combine
He's one of the biggest players in the draft, at 7 feet and 293 pounds, but his lack of an outside game might leave him left out on draft night, and longing a bit for the old NBA game.
Cubs unveil Ferguson Jenkins statue at Wrigley Field
The Hall of Famer, considered the best pitcher in Cubs history, joins Ernie Banks, Billy Williams, and Ron Santo to be immortalized along Gallagher Way.
Rojas hits 3 home runs, Diamondbacks outslug Cubs in HR derby 10-6
With a strong wind blowing out on a warm afternoon, the teams combined to clear the brick walls 11 times — the Diamondbacks connected for seven homers.
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CBS unveils 2022-2023 primetime lineup
CBS announced its 2022-2023 primetime programming lineup of CBS Originals, featuring four new dramas and more.
Dave Chappelle attacked by armed man while onstage in L.A.
The controversial comic laughed off the incident after being tackled, and video appeared to show the person who charged him being beaten onstage.
Naomi Judd, Grammy-winning singer, has died at 76
"We lost our beautiful mother to the disease of mental illness," the Judd sisters said on social media.
'Jersey Boys' is returning to a Chicago stage next week
The new national tour of "Jersey Boys" opens next week at the Cadillac Palace Theatre, celebrating the music of the Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons.
Lollapalooza announces daily lineup; single-day tickets now on sale
The lineup includes Thursday headliners Metallica and Lil Baby, Friday headliners Dua Lipa and Machine Gun Kelly, Saturday headliners J. Cole and Kygo, and Sunday headliners Green Day and Doja Cat.
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Chicago First Alert Weather: Cool day, temps climb during the week
We end the weekend with another cool day with lows in the 60s.
2 people injured after rollover crash in River North
Two people are injured after a crash caused a vehicle to roll over in River North just after midnight.
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Chicago First Alert Weather: Showers ending, cooler pattern ahead
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CTU elects Stacy Davis Gates as president
The Chicago Teachers Union has elected Stacey Davis Gates to serve as its next president.
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